Condensate Drain

Zero-Loss Electronic Level-Sensing Condensate Drain | Energy Saving

Intelligent zero-loss condensate drains with capacitive level sensing discharging only liquid water without wasting compressed air — HAVKOM.

Our Service & Engineering Scope

Turnkey supply, calibrated engineering tests, and certified independent technical service for maximum plant uptime.

  • Receiver, dryer, and header capacity-matched zero-loss drain sizing
  • Electrical connection (230V AC / 24V DC) and direct piping installation
  • Capacitive sensor cleanout to remove sludge, pipe scale, and oil residues
  • Internal direct-acting diaphragm valve and pilot solenoid rebuilding
  • Manual push-button functional test and remote alarm relay verification
  • Compressed air energy waste reduction calculation and savings reporting
Zero-Loss Electronic Level-Sensing Condensate Drain | Energy Saving
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Technical Specifications & Parameters

Key operating metrics, operational thresholds, and quality benchmarks engineered for uninterrupted industrial duty.

Operating PrincipleNon-Contact Capacitive Level Sensing (Zero Air Loss)
Compressed Air WasteZero (0 bar compressed air vented to atmosphere)
Pressure Range0.8 – 16 bar (g)
Discharge Capacity15 – 150 liters/hr condensate evacuation rate
Supply Voltage230V AC / 115V AC / 24V DC options
Safety ProtectionIP65 housing and potential-free dry alarm relay contact

Engineering Principles & Working Mechanism

Zero-loss electronic level-sensing condensate drains are intelligent energy-saving instruments installed under air receivers, refrigerated dryers, and inline filters to evacuate liquid condensate without venting compressed air. Unlike crude timer valves that blow air into the room, non-contact capacitive level sensors detect liquid accumulation precisely.

The discharge valve opens solely when the collection bowl fills with water and closes milliseconds before any compressed air can escape. Eliminating continuous air leakage saves hundreds of kilowatt-hours annually, enabling zero-loss drains to pay for themselves within months.

At HAVKOM Engineering, we supply, install, and overhaul high-reliability capacitive zero-loss electronic drains engineered for all leading industrial air treatment setups.

HAVKOM Independent Engineering Assurance

Eliminating compressed air blow-off and electrical waste while discharging accumulating pipeline condensate? Our engineering team sizes smart capacitive level-sensing zero-loss electronic drains tailored to your facility condensate load.

In-depth Technical Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the measurable energy savings compared to timed solenoid drains?

Timed solenoid valves vent compressed air loudly even when no water is present. A single timer drain leaking for 10 seconds every 2 minutes wastes hundreds of dollars in electricity annually.

Does oily compressor sludge interfere with the level sensor?

No. Modern industrial capacitive level sensors measure dielectric permittivity differentials, functioning reliably through emulsified oily water without false tripping.

Contact our engineering team for proper product sizing and quote request.